: Explores the idea that martyrdom is less about death and more about the narrative subordination of a person to a "larger truth".
: An experimental investigation into the "ego ideal" versus the "superego" to predict who is most likely to be positively influenced by martyrlike behavior. martyr
: Argues that since most Christians were never actually killed, the concept of martyrdom was transformed into a "willingness to suffer," which helped build the institutional Church. : Explores the idea that martyrdom is less
: A fascinating look at how pain and effort actually increase a person's valuation of a cause. It defines martyrdom broadly as the simple act of suffering for a cause. 3. Political & Modern Perspectives martyr